At Surat in Surat: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Arabian Sea coastline, Tapi River estuary, Surat city grid and industrial areas, Dumas Beach area.

When taking off from Surat (STV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Arabian Sea coastline and Surat's urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain. Most departures from Surat head westward or southwestward, making the right side the scenic advantage during initial climb. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea coastline, Tapi River estuary, Surat city grid and industrial areas, Dumas Beach area.

When landing at Surat (STV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Surat Airport's primary runway orientation (09/27) means most approaches come from the west or southwest. The right side offers views of the Tapi River estuary and the broader Surat cityscape as you descend toward the runway. The left side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during final approach. Notable sights include: Tapi River estuary, Surat city grid and urban sprawl, Arabian Sea coastline to the south, industrial areas along the river.

The best window seat at Surat (STV) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Surat (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.